Film Screening: From Sea to Shining Sea - Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America The Beautiful

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

215 S. Tejon Street, 80903 | Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Publisher/HostColorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Film Screening: From Sea to Shining Sea - Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America The Beautiful
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
America the Beautiful may be America’s most beloved song. But few know about the fascinating life of the writer behind it.
This film explores the rich life of poet, professor and social reformer Katharine Lee Bates, author of AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Bates’ story reminds us of the beauty and ideals of our nation as well as its shortcomings, and honors the unbroken chain of Americans striving to live up to those ideals.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
The team behind From Sea to Shining Sea includes award-winning filmmakers, producers, and historians with decades of experience in PBS documentaries and impactful storytelling. Together, they bring unmatched expertise and a deep commitment to honoring Katharine Lee Bates’ legacy. Learn more about the team: https://www.seatoshiningseafilm.org/filmmakers
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215 S. Tejon Street, 80903, 215 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2206, United States

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